Denmark’s EU Presidency: Navigating War, Trade Wars, and Transatlantic Uncertainty

Denmark has just assumed the presidency of the European Union at a time when transatlantic relations are under strain and Europe faces existential threats that mainstream media downplay.With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine dragging into its fourth brutal year on European soil, Europe confronts more than a distant conflict—it faces a direct challenge to its sovereignty and security. Yet, as Denmark’s European Affairs Minister Marie Bjerre bluntly stated, "Europe can no longer be in the shadow of the United States." This blunt admission reflects a growing realization across the continent: relying solely on America—especially under unpredictable leadership like that of President...